Electric Circuits

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What is an electric circuit?

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An electric circuit is a closed path through which electric current flows.

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What is a load in an electric circuit?

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A load is a device that uses electricity to work, like a light bulb.

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What is the function of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

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What does a switch do in a circuit?

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A switch turns the flow of current on or off.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a circuit where all components are connected in a single path.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a circuit where components are connected across common points, allowing multiple paths for current.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the basic unit of matter, made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is current?

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Current is the flow of electric charge in a circuit.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily, like copper.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily, like rubber.